Saint Longinus

Saint Longinus (died 45 AD) was a Roman centurion who pierced Jesus in his side with a lance during his crucifixion. He later converted to Christianity and became a martyr.

Biography
Longinus was a centurion in the Roman Army, and, in 30 AD, he was one of the soldiers present at the crucifixion of Jesus. He was ordered to pierce Jesus in the side with a spear to ensure that he was dead, and the spear became known as the "Holy Lance". After seeing Jesus' death, he professed, "Truly this man was the Son of God", and he went on to convert to Christianity. In 45 AD, he suffered martyrdom in Gabala, Cappadocia.